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Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. (Ephesians 6:16)

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By William Ballard

The Amor of God analogy was probably a pre-conceived idea before Paul’s conversion experience. The seed of this idea was probably watered and nurtured more and more throughout his life, growing up so close to the mighty Roman army.

In fact, it is known that in just about every Empire in history, Kings and Ministers would work in some capacity together, and often adhere to the council of either side. This was a known custom in Israel and with the people of God, but not necessarily considered familiar practice with nations outside the covering of God.

But, because of this close inter-working relationship with both religious and political powers, it is believed that Paul would have been familiar with the attire of the Roman army; 1) because of his religious background, and 2) because of his time spent in a Roman jail.

“And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace” (Ephesians 6:15)

By William Ballard
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If you are like me, you, too, probably have thought of the mention of peace — when referring to attire meant for warfare — to be a bit ironic. Believe me, this bit of irony has crossed my mind as well.

When going through our study of spiritualwarfare and the armor of God, why do you think Paul referred to the shoes of God’s armor as a catalyst for peace?

​“Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness.” (Ephesians 6:14)

​By William Ballard

Whenever I think about this item of our Lord’s armor I am always reminded of the bullet proof vest of modern warfare and police work, which would be considered our modern day “breastplate”.

A combat soldier’s bullet proof vest is designed to protect his or her vital organs and necessary muscles from the neck down to the waist. And it is designed to not only protect the front, but the back as well. It is meant to protect the solider from any weapon or attack from the enemy that is not first diverted (or stopped) by one’s cover – the shield of faith.

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